Welding Techniques
From basic beads to advanced multi-pass welds — master the techniques that professional welders use every day.
MIG Welding
- Push vs. pull technique
- Travel speed & angle control
- Stringer bead vs. weave bead
- Tack welding for alignment
- Flux core (FCAW) technique
- Aluminum MIG welding tips
TIG Welding
- Two-hand coordination
- Tungsten preparation & sharpening
- Walking the cup technique
- Pulse TIG for thin materials
- AC TIG for aluminum
- Back purging for stainless steel
Stick Welding
- Arc length control
- Electrode angle & drag technique
- Vertical up & vertical down
- Overhead welding tips
- Slag removal & cleaning
- Multi-pass welding for thick plate
Plasma Cutting
- Straight-line cutting with a guide
- Circle & curve cutting
- Drag cutting vs. standoff cutting
- Minimizing dross & slag
- Cutting stainless & aluminum
- Gouging with plasma
⚠ Safety First
Always wear proper PPE: welding helmet (auto-darkening recommended), leather gloves, flame-resistant jacket, and steel-toe boots. Ensure adequate ventilation and keep a fire extinguisher nearby.
